Merck, the manufacturer of Fosamax, recommends that users take Fosamax with a large glass of water
signs of low calcium levels - muscle spasms or contractions, numbness or tingly feeling (around your mouth, or in your fingers and toes)
See more Bone pain was a common side effect reported in clinical trials of the drug
Long-term side effects of Fosamax include: femur fractures; effects on the esophagus* effects on teeth* damage to the jaw* Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if
Know Fosamax's side effects
The side effects people fear most are deteriorating jawbones (osteonecrosis of the jaw) and atypical thigh bone (femur) fractures
Alendronate (Fosamax) is a medication that treats osteoporosis and Paget disease of the bone
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
The most common side effects of Boniva and Fosamax are gastrointestinal symptoms like acid reflux, nausea, and diarrhea
These side effects may go away during Alendronate (Fosamax) is a medication that treats osteoporosis and Paget disease of the bone
Jaw-bone problems may include infection, and delayed healing after teeth are pulled
The NCI-funded study, run by the SWOG Cancer Research Network, also found that poor dental health and smoking were risk factors for
This may be more common if you use Fosamax is a bisphosphonate medication used for osteoporosis, and the majority of patients use it without recognizable side effects
Unlike osteoporosis, osteopenia doesn’t greatly increase the risk of bone fracture
As with other drugs, Boniva can cause side effects, such as jaw or teeth problems
Avoid taking with mineral water, milk, or other drinks
Bisphosphonates, also known as diphosphonates, are a class of drugs that have been used commonly for more than two decades for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
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bone pain, muscle or joint pain
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including
Osteonecrosis of your jaw: pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
severe joint, bone, or muscle pain; new or unusual pain in your thigh or hip; or
Mild side effects in males* using Prolia for osteoporosis include: back pain
The risk factors for osteonecrosis of the jaw are dental implants, tooth extraction, diagnosis of cancer, chemotherapy, corticosteroids, poor oral hygiene, anemia, dental disease, and the like